What does Anorexia Bulimia and Binge mean?

Anorexia nervosa is a serious eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, extreme weight loss, and a distorted body image. People with anorexia nervosa often have a very low body weight, but may still see themselves as overweight or obese. They may restrict their food intake severely, over-exercise, or purge after eating. Anorexia nervosa can lead to a number of health problems, including malnutrition, heart disease, and infertility.

Bulimia nervosa is another serious eating disorder characterized by cycles of binge eating followed by purging. During a binge, a person may consume large amounts of food in a short period of time. They may then purge by vomiting, using laxatives, or exercising excessively. Bulimia nervosa can lead to a number of health problems, including dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and dental problems.

Binge eating disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating without purging. Binge eating episodes are often accompanied by feelings of loss of control, guilt, and shame. Binge eating disorder can lead to a number of health problems, including obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes.